News And Previews

  Redlynch Players  presents Deckchairs Written by Jean McConnell   This May, Redlynch Players will be taking a little trip to the English seaside to perform a selection of short plays from Jean McConnell’s popular Deckchairs series. These ‘twist in the tale’ playlets all take place near a seaside promenade and are, by turns, both funny and poignant. Presenting a variety of scenarios, each playlet has been crafted for two women and explore the relationships between them – often with a humourous surprise! Ranging from a couple of shopaholics out for a jaunt, a reunion at a wedding reception, bickering

Wimborne Drama Productions presents Calendar Girls Written by Tim Firth Directed by Sali Pike   Calendar Girls to Strike a Pose at the Tivoli, Wimborne Based on the true story of WI members who posed nude for a calendar to raise money for charity, Calendar Girls, written by Tim Firth, is a comedy-drama about friendship, loss and courage that will make you laugh and cry. When Annie’s husband, John, dies of leukaemia, she and best friend, Chris, resolve to raise money for a new settee in the local hospital waiting room. They manage to persuade four fellow WI members to

  Lymington Players presents Boeing Boeing Written by Marc Camoletti; Translated by Beverley Cross & Francis Evans Directed by Neil Phillips   Get ready for a high-flying comedy! Enjoy a laughter-filled evening with Marc Camoletti’s classic farce, Boeing Boeing. This hilarious play follows the antics of Bernard, a charming bachelor juggling three beautiful flight attendant fiancées, each unaware of the others. With the arrival of a new, faster Boeing jet, Bernard’s perfectly timed schedule is thrown into chaos, leading to a whirlwind of mistaken identities, romantic entanglements, and uproarious situations. Don’t miss out on the fun and laughter! Boeing Boeing

  Highcliffe Charity Players presents When The Lights Go On Again Step back in time and experience the unforgettable music of the 1940s with When The Lights Go On Again. This captivating review-style theatre show brings to life the timeless songs, stories and sketches that defined a generation during World War II. Tickets: £19.50; Available online here.

  Most Rare Vision presents Macbeth By William Shakespeare   How far would you go to get what you want? One ambitious man and his ambitious wife. A kingdom up for grabs. Several steps on which he must fall down, or else o’erleap, for in his way they lie… What happens to our grip on reality when all hell breaks loose? Find out in this high-octane, minimalistic two-hander that explores connection and alienation in a dark and violent world. Brought to you by new professional theatre company, Most Rare Vision, and featuring Globe-trained, local BLTC veteran Ant Henson (Dial M For Murder, King Lear, The Glass

  Scaplens Community Players present Echoes Of Love Written by Katy Nutt   Join Scaplens Community Players for a journey through history! Hear true stories about real people from Poole and see Scaplens Community Players’ performance of Echoes Of Love, an inspiring, newly written play by a talented local writer. To commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day, this original production brings to life the untold stories of women who remained resilient at home while the men went to war. This is more than a play; it’s an experience. Don your best vintage attire for a chance to win the